Ecology GIS Analyst: Field Maps & Spatial Insights

Nrmjoenvironmental Jobs, Nrm; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecology Australia is seeking a practical GIS Analyst to support ecologists with map production, spatial analysis, and database management. The role focuses on producing accurate maps from ecological data, developing field-data collection tools, and maintaining well-structured spatial datasets.

You will design ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps solutions for field surveys and monitoring programs, ensuring reproducible workflows and defensible ecological analyses.

Qualifications

• Proven GIS experience in ecological contexts or related field.
• Ability to translate research questions into practical GIS outputs.
• Strong attention to detail and reproducible workflows.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality maps and spatial outputs for ecological surveys and reports.
• Design and maintain ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps field workflows.
• Manage, quality-check and organize geodatabases and spatial datasets.
• Carry out spatial analyses to support habitat mapping and monitoring.
• Collaborate with ecologists and project managers to deliver GIS solutions.
• Ensure deliverables meet project timelines and quality standards.

Job description

Ecology Australia is seeking a practical GIS Analyst to support ecologists with map production, spatial analysis, and database management. The role focuses on producing accurate maps from ecological data, developing field-data collection tools, and maintaining well-structured spatial datasets.

You will design ArcGIS Survey123 and Field Maps solutions for field surveys and monitoring programs, ensuring reproducible workflows and defensible ecological analyses.